Model Year | 2009 | 2010 | |
Model | Scion tC | Kia Optima | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 161 hp@6000 162 lb-ft@4000 |
2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 175 hp@6000 169 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 107.1 in | -0.8 in |
Length | 174.0 in | 189.0 in | -15 in |
Width | 69.1 in | 71.1 in | -2 in |
Height | 55.7 in | 58.3 in | -2.6 in |
Curb Weight | 2970 lb. | 3197 lb. | -227 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 16.4 gal. | -1.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.6 in | 39.8 in | -2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.3 in | 57.1 in | -2.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 54.5 in | -1.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 43.7 in | -2.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.6 in | 38.0 in | -1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 50.0 in | 56.3 in | -6.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 47.3 in | 54.7 in | -7.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.6 in | 37.8 in | -4.2 in |
Total Legroom | 75.2 in (over 2 rows) | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | -6.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.8 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 | -2.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 35.4 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 | 20.4 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Scion tC.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2010 Kia Optima.